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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Train | Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station | Staples Mill Road | Cheapest | ||||
| Train | Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station | Staples Mill Road | Fastest | ||||
| Train | Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station | Main Street Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station | Main Street Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station | Main Street Station | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Albany to Richmond
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Richmond. The journey takes about 11 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 377, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Albany, NY and Richmond, VA, US?
Albany, NY
- A
Albany Airport
Richmond, VA, US
- ARichmond Staples Mill Road Amtrak Station, Dumbarton, VA 23228, USA
- B1520 E Main St, Richmond, VA 23219, USA
Train Companies
Based on 5751 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained about the Wi-Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at R 1 377
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Albany, NY to Richmond, VA, US by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Albany to Richmond?
The cheapest train tickets from Albany to Richmond start from R 1 377. The average price for this train route is around R 2 648. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Albany to Richmond?
The average train journey time from Albany to Richmond is 11h 10m, covering a distance of 649 km. The quickest train can get you there in 9h 57m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Albany to Richmond route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 6 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Albany to Richmond?
The earliest train from Albany to Richmond departs at 06:50. And the latest train departs at 19:40.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Albany, NY to Richmond, VA, US was searched and found on 28 Jan 2026 with a price of R 1 491To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Albany, NY to Richmond, VA, US as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 1 491 to R 9 239 for a train ticket from Albany, NY to Richmond, VA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 491, which is on 2026-01-28.
